1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
