2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
