2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. 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 (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Meriva | Copen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
