2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 4 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 192 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.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
