2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1350 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
