1994 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | XM | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
