2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 911 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |