2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 607 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Meriva | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |