2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
