1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 414 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 (370 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Sienna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |