2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 99 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Antara |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |