2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2007 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Strada | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |