2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |