2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Meriva | H1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
