2007 Opel Meriva vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Meriva | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Meriva | Voyager |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |