2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. Both 2000 Opel Zafira and 2005 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira.
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, 2005 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Zafira | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Zafira | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |