2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Osee | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Osee | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |