2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Meriva | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |