1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Catera | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |