2000 Audi TT vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Catera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |
