2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 52 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Catera | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |