2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Meriva | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
