2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Brooklands | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
