2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Opel Meriva and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Meriva | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Meriva | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 183 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |