2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 554 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Meriva | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
