1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Meriva | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
