2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 152 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
