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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 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 | 2286 cc | 1686 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |