1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 864 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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.
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1998 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
Model | Catera | CCXR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 22 L/100km |