2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel 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 111 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| 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 |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
