1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Opel Meriva | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |