2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 329 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Meriva | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |