1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Meriva | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
