2002 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
