2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
