2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
