2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2000 Opel Meriva and 2000 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
