2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Wrangler | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
