2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Alpina B7 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 2009 Alpina B7. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B7 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
