1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. Both 1999 Opel Zafira and 2000 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 34 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |
