2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Opel Meriva and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Meriva | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |