1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 279 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
