2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 146 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Meriva | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
