2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Meriva | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
