2007 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 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 | 1153 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
