2006 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
