2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (167 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
