2002 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Vauxhall Meriva (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
