2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (121 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |