2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Meriva | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |