2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1997 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 1997 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1997 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LaCrosse | Catera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |