2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2003 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Meriva | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |