1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Agila |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
