2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Meriva | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1393 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
