1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 42 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (334 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Avalon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |