2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 9 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. 2009 Chevrolet HHR has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | HHR | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
