2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
