1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante 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 163 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | Levante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
