1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Meriva | Forte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
