2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 438 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Meriva | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
