2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2007 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Monterey | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |