1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 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 | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Catera | H1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
