2008 Acura RL vs. 1996 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1996 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Catera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
