2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 11 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cobalt | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
