2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 9 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Meriva | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
