2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
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 Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
