2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. Both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2011 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 2011 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
