2010 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Scion xB
To start off, both 2010 Opel Meriva and 2010 Scion xB were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva.
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, 2010 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Meriva | 2010 Scion xB | |
Make | Opel | Scion |
Model | Meriva | xB |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |