2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (204 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
