2008 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Antara | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
