2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 229 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Catera | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
