2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 7 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 395 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Meriva | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |
