2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Meriva | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |