2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
