2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
