2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 328 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
