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 111 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 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 444 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (240 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 | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |