1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan 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 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 205 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 121 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Econovan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 155 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |