2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 111 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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 (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
