2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 467 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 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | Panamera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |