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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 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 | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
