1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1193 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
