2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
