1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Meriva | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2645 mm |