2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2002 Fiat Stilo and 2002 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Meriva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |