1999 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Omega | CTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |