2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva.
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 (167 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
