2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
