2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 458 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.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Meriva | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |