1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Berlina | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
