2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Holden Caprice 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Because 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Caprice | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Caprice | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |