2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2001 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |