2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
