2007 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva.
Because 2007 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
