2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. Both 2006 Opel Meriva and 2007 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,686 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
