2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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. Both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2007 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
