2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
