2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Meriva | 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
