1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 35 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.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Solara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |