2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
