2002 Kia Retona vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
