2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Opel Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 123 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.
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 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Zafira | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |