2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
