1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 13 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 96 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 565 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Catera | T5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
