2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |