2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 219 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Meriva | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
