2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 7 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Veracruz | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |
