2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Opel Meriva and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Opel 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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Meriva | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |