2011 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2011 Opel Meriva and 2011 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2011 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Meriva | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Meriva | i20 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |