2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,839 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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 Mazda Etude (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Etude | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
