2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Golf | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |