2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Opel Meriva and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Meriva | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Meriva | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |