2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |
