2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |