2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
