1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Meriva | ForFour |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |