1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 8 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 83 kg more 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
