1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Meriva | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |