2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Agila |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |
