2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Croma | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |