2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 228 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Meriva | Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |