2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Meriva | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2615 mm |