2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 307 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.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2004 Holden Frontera 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. 2004 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Meriva | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Meriva | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |