1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Yaris |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |