1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1992 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru XT 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, 1992 Subaru XT 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Catera | XT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
