2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 17.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |