2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 335 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
