2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |