2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 3 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1155 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |