2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 11 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Meriva | C1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
