1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1998 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 507 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |