2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 32 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
