1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |