2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 226 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Catera | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
