1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
