2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 37 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
