2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada 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 (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Meriva | Strada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
