2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Meriva | i20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
