2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 87 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 424 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |