2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2007 Opel Meriva has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Meriva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
