2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
