2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
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 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Meriva | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
