2002 Vauxhall Corsa vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Meriva (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Meriva weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 2010 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
