2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
