1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 20 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 (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
