2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
Model | Catera | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |