2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 433 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Because 2010 Mazda B2300 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 2010 Mazda B2300. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Meriva | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 62 L |
