2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord 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 66 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 381 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Accord 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 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |