1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Escape |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |