2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 13 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 597 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Meriva | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 91 L |
