1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Catera | Jimny |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |