2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1291 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meriva | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 93 L |
