1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
