2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xanae is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
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, 2000 Citroen Xanae (142 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Citroen Xanae will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xanae | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
