1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 9 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
