2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1686 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
