2010 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
