2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 67 L |