2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |