2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X3 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |