2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |