2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Meriva | 528 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
