2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Siena | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
