2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Opel Corsa.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
