1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 553 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
