2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2003 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 96 kg more than 2003 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue 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 Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Meriva | Vue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |