2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 136 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (64 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Catera | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
