1999 Audi R8R vs. 2001 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1703 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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 R8R (330 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 2001 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | R8R | Catera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 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 | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |