2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. Both 2004 Opel Meriva and 2003 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Meriva | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Meriva | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |