2007 BMW 116 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 116 | Catera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
