1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
