2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tracker | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
