2001 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Meriva weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Because 2001 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Opel Meriva (126 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Supra | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Supra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
