2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 166 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 | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
