2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
