2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Meriva | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1350 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |