2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 BMW 116.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Meriva | 116 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| 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 | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
