2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 623 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.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
