2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2006 Opel Meriva and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
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 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Meriva | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
