2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
