2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2.
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 (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Meriva | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |