2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 (298 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
