2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | iQ |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 32 L |