2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Panda | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |