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Opel Monterey facelift 1998 LTD 3.0 DTI (159 Hp) 4x4
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Opel Monterey:
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facelift 1998 Overview:
Opel Monterey (facelift 1998). With 333 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2035 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.5 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
LTD 3.0 DTI (159 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate diesel torque for utility and off-road, but acceleration is notably sluggish, especially for highway merging.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer significantly better fuel economy than the V6 petrol, making it a more practical choice for high mileage users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability
- • Robust and durable construction
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Powerful V6 petrol engine option
- • Good towing capacity
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption (petrol models)
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Limited active safety features
- • Relatively slow acceleration (diesel models)
- • Ride comfort can be harsh on rough roads
- • Potential for rust on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Monterey: May, 1992 - April, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Monterey |
| Generation: | facelift 1998 |
| Modification (Engine): | LTD 3.0 DTI (159 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | May, 1998 |
| End of production: | June, 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 159 Hp @ 3900 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 53 Hp/l [95mm more] |
| Torque: | 333 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4JX1 More details about the engine 4JX1 |
| Engine displacement: | 2999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 8.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.4 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 104.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.8 kg/Hp, 78.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2035 |
| Max. weight: | 2600 |
| Max load: | 565 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2548 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1303 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4795 mm mm [95mm more] |
| Width: | 1835 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1840 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1515 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/80 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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