2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 295 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |