2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
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 Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
