2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Meriva | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
