2000 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 678 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
