2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Concorde 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 10 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Concorde, 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Catera | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
