2010 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche 911 | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 911 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
