2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |