1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1176 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Catera | Navigator |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |