2000 Daihatsu Move 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 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move. 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Move 2002 Opel Meriva
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Move Meriva
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3320 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 53 L


 

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