2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2003 Lada 2123 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 2123 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
