2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |