2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 731 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 52 L |
