2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2009 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | STS | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 273 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |