1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Catera | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
