1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Koleos 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, 2011 Renault Koleos 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, 2011 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
