2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
