2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2006 Lotus Exige and 2006 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 464 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |