2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, both 2008 Opel Meriva and 2008 Opel GT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2008 Opel GT 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 2008 Opel GT. 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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
