2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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 Fortuner (343 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
