2004 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 1998 Cadillac Catera
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A4 Catera
Year Released 2004 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 231 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1671 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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