2005 Citroen C vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 5 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
