2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 79 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 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva. 2010 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Meriva | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Meriva | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
