2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
