2008 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2.
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, 2005 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 14.8 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 | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
