1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 83 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Sebring | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
