2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva.
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 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Meriva | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 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 | 1375 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |