2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |