2000 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 40 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
