1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Jeep Willys
To start off, 2001 Jeep Willys 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) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Willys. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Willys. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Jeep Willys. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Willys 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 Jeep Willys 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Willys. (210 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Willys.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Jeep Willys | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Catera | Willys |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
