2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
