1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 116 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
