1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
