2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 407 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Meriva | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2425 mm |
