2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
