2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 493 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | PT Cruiser | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1873 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |