2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda BT-50 2006 Opel Meriva
Make Mazda Opel
Model BT-50 Meriva
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 158 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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