2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |