1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 6 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
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 (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Meriva | Swift |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
