2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2006 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
