2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 2 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.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
