2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |