2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Opel Meriva

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Opel 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GT 2003 Opel Meriva
Make Alfa Romeo Opel
Model GT Meriva
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Height 340 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L


 

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