1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2011 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Frontera | DTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
