2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 8 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
