2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |