2003 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 789 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. 2012 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Acura |
| Model | Meriva | MDX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
