2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |