2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2737 mm |
