1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 571 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
