2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | Octavia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
