2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
