1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Meriva | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
