2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
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 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
