2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |