1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 716 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Meriva | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
