2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1686 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
