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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 | 1240 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
