1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 195 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 421 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
