2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Because 2008 TVR T 440 R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR T 440 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Meriva | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
