2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 905 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Durango | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 53 L |
