2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
