2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
