2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Opel Meriva 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Opel Toyota
Model Meriva Tundra
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 50 L


 

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