2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 63 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
