2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea 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 96 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 565 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | Marea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
