1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2001 Lexus RX 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2001 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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, 2001 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Catera | RX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
