2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
