2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 218 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DTS | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
