2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
