2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Ford O21 C
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 O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 407 kg more than 1999 Ford O21 C. 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, 1999 Ford O21 C, 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Ford O21 C | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | O21 C |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |