2003 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1439 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Vauxhall Meriva 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Vauxhall Toyota
Model Meriva Sequoia
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3100 mm


 

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