2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Opel Meriva.
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 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
