2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.

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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Astra 2006 Opel Meriva
Make Opel Opel
Model Astra Meriva
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.4:1
Top Speed 187 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 13.5 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 1235 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 53 L


 

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