2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
