2000 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
