2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 82 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 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
