2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac Catera | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | 220 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |