1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 707 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 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meriva | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
