1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
