2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 16 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.
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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Catera | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |