2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
