2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 253 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.
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 Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
