1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Catera | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
