1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 8 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Catera | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
