2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
