2005 Opel Meriva vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (167 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Solara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |