1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 11 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Catera | Aspen |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |