2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster 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. Both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2010 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Meriva | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
