2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 472 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
