2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |