2009 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 378 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.

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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Opel Meriva 2007 Toyota Avalon
Make Opel Toyota
Model Meriva Avalon
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 3458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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