2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 3 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |