2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 702 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
