2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 253 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Opel | Xedos |
Model | Meriva | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |