1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 263 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Omega | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
