2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
