2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B4000 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | B4000 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |