2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Marea Weekend | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |