1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 60 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.
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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
