2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Meriva | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
