2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
