2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva, 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |