2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Eclipse | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |