2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Zafira | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
