2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2008 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 523 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |