2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Brera | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
