2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 373 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.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C8 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
