1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |