2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Opel Meriva and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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 Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Meriva | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |