2003 Holden Cruze vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Cruze | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Cruze | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |