2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 12 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meriva | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 59 L |
