2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 251 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.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Meriva | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
