2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 936 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
