2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Meriva | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
