2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 471 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Meriva | Atos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
