1999 Hyundai Galloper vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Galloper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Galloper would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (98 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 884 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 Hyundai Galloper (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Galloper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Galloper | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
