2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS-V | Antara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
