2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
