2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Meriva | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Opel | Venturi |
Model | Meriva | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |