2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 41 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Meriva | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |