2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva. 2007 Opel Meriva has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Meriva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nubira | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
