2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, both 2000 Opel Meriva and 2000 Suzuki XL6 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki XL6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki XL6 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2000 Suzuki XL6 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, 2000 Suzuki XL6 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki XL6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Meriva | XL6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |