1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 271 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Catera | Equator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
