2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Meriva | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Meriva | Brera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |