2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Meriva | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Condor |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1360 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |