2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
