2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Opel Meriva and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Meriva | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |