2001 Opel Meriva vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Rover 600.
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 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |