2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 129 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
