2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Meriva | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
