1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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 (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Meriva | i30 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |