2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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 1,909 cc, 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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 Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
