2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2004 Holden Berlina 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 2004 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Berlina | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Berlina | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |