2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Meriva | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |
