2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Opel Meriva and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 458 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (167 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Meriva | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |