2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
