2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Meriva | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
