2007 BMW 116 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 116 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
