1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Catera | U4 B |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |