1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 358 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Meriva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |