2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1393 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
