1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-9, 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 (370 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
