2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 242 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.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Meriva | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 57 L |