2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2737 mm |
