2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 230 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Hilux |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |