1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |