2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Liberty | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |