1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, both 1999 Opel Meriva and 1999 SsangYong Chairman H were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 182 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Opel Meriva 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Opel SsangYong
Model Meriva Chairman H
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1686 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.4:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1393 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2910 mm


 

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