2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |