2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 1,796 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 310 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Meriva | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
