1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Catera | XLR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
