2009 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Opel Meriva.
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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Meriva | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Meriva | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |