1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 804 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
