2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1215 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
