2006 Mini One vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One.
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 One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
