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 1,596 cc, 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
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 | 1596 cc | 1246 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 17.8 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 | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
