2007 Opel Meriva vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Rover 25.
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 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Meriva | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
