2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Compass | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
