1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 7 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Meriva | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |