2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
