2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 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 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
