2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1058 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
