1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (279 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Catera | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2765 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |