2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 227 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Meriva | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |