2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 251 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Meriva | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Meriva | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |