1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Catera | 968 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |