2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,499 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
