2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Yukon | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |