1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 528 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |