2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Meriva | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
