2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Catera | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |