2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 207 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Meriva | Orlando |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |