2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 3 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. Both 2005 Opel Meriva and 2008 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2008 Rover 45 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |