2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |