2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10 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 | 947 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
