2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | F-150 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |