2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 10 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 125 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.
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 (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Meriva | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
