2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 531 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | DeVille | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
