2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | XLR | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |