2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |