2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
