2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. 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 (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Meriva | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 33 L |
