1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS 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 90 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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 (370 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Catera | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 301 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |