2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Meriva | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |