2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
