2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
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 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana. 2001 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
