2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
