2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
