2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 245 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 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Opel | Lamborghini |
| Model | Meriva | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
