2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.5 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 | 1476 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
