1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 2 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 127 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 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Altezza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |