2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 300 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | TSO | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
