1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 582 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3350 mm |
