2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |