2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
