2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
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2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GT | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |