1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 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 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Catera | B2300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |