2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Catera.

Because 2004 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 2004 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac Catera 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Cadillac Chrysler
Model Catera Grand Voyager
Year Released 2004 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3040 mm


 

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