2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DTS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
