2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Meriva | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
