2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2003 Saturn L were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Saturn L.
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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Meriva | L |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |