1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Cadillac Catera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | Catera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |