2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meriva | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
