2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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. Both 2000 Opel Meriva and 2011 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Opel | Dacia |
Model | Meriva | Duster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |