1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 164 kg more 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | CLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |