2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |