1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 312 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
