1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 11 kg more than 1995 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 (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Meriva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |