1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Catera | Baja |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |