2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Because 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
