1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Catera | Escalade |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |