2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 17.8 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 | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
