2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2004 Opel Meriva
Make Opel Opel
Model Corsa Meriva
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1685 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 165 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1181 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 53 L


 

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