2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 204 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
