2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
