2006 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 122 kg more than 2000 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 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
