2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1640 kg |
