1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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 (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio 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. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Meriva | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
