1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Because 2002 Toyota FXS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | FXS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
