2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
