1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 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 126 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2004 Proton 400 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | Catera | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
