2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | RunX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
