2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Meriva 2010 GMC Envoy
Make Opel GMC
Model Meriva Envoy
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1686 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 375 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1206 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 83 L


 

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