2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
