2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Meriva | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Meriva | Tango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |