1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 14 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 104 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Catera | A5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |