1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Catera | CTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |