1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Meriva | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
