1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 25 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Catera | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
