2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 37 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
