2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
