1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 12 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
