2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
