1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 545 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
