2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
