2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
