1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 131 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda 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 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Catera | Panda |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |