2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
