2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.

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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Stilo 2002 Opel Meriva
Make Fiat Opel
Model Stilo Meriva
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1909 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 17 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 53 L


 

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