2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
