1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G37 is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G37 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, 2008 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Catera | G37 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
