1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 697 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3180 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |