2009 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Meriva | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |