2001 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Omega | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
