2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Splash |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
