2004 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
