1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 82 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |