2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 707 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.

Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Opel Meriva 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Opel Jeep
Model Meriva Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1393 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2781 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 80 L


 

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