2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
