2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 2004 Cadillac Catera and 1994 Opel Omega are equipped with a 2,962 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Catera | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |