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Cadillac Catera

General information

ModelCadillac Catera
Year1997
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2962 ccm (180.74 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving13.9 litres/100 km (16.92 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2962 ccm (180.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power203.00 PS (149 kW or 200 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque260.00 Nm (26.5 kgf-m or 191.8 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 85.0 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed204.0 km/h (126.8 mph)
0-50 miles6.7 seconds
0-60 miles8.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1191 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4850 litres (1,281 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1705 kg (3,758.9 pounds)
Max weight with load2284 kg (5,035.4 pounds)
Overall length4890 mm (192.5 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2940 mm (115.7 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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