2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 13.8 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 | 910 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
