1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
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, 2009 Fiat Siena, 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Siena 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.
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1999 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Catera | Siena |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |