1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1999 Cadillac Catera and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 351 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
