2009 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Meriva | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Meriva | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |