2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Meriva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |