2008 BMW 118 vs. 1997 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1997 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 118 | Catera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |