2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
