2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 568 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Meriva | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
