2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 919 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Meriva | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |