2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |