2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
