1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Meriva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |