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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 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 200 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
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 | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1380 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |