2003 Mini One vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
