1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Opel Frontera | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Frontera | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |