2004 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. 2010 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2659 mm |
