1998 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 326 kg more than 1998 Opel Omega. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Omega | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Omega | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
