1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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. Both 1998 Opel Meriva and 2006 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
