2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Meriva | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |