2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Hyundai Tipper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tipper | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1686 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
