2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2002 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |
