2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
