2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 51 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meriva | HHR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
