2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Meriva | Liana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |