2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Meriva | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
