2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 5 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, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 25 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |