2003 MG ZT-T vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 MG ZT-T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT-T weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZT-T | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | ZT-T | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
