2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
