2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
