1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 497 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Catera | xD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
