2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
