1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Catera | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 459 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |