1999 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
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 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Alero | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
