2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
