2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Opel Meriva 2006 Toyota Highlander
Make Opel Toyota
Model Meriva Highlander
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 72 L


 

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