2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
