2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Meriva | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
