1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 316 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
