2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 87 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
