2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |