2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Opel Meriva and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 217 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.
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 Signum (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
