2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
