2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 9 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Siena | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Siena | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |