1999 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1708 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1996 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | R8 | Catera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |