2005 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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2005 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Getz | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |