2003 Kia Shuma vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Shuma | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Shuma | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |