2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 328 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Meriva | Reno |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |