1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 218 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Cadillac Catera | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Catera | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |