2003 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
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2003 Vauxhall Meriva | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
Model | Meriva | Getz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |