2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva. 2000 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Meriva | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
