2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 263 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
