2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Meriva weights approximately 235 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, 2010 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.8 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 | 995 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |