2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
