2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Opel | Xedos |
Model | Meriva | 9 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |