2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |