2005 Fiat Siena 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 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena.
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 Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Siena | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
