2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 416 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 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Meriva | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
