2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 450 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 Toyota Celsior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2005 Toyota Celsior 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 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Celsior |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |