2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
