2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2740 mm |
