2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 39 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Meriva | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
