2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Meriva | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 49 L |
