2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
