1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 72 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
