2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 Opel Meriva (151 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |