2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |