2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,794 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2004 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1686 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
