2011 GMC Yukon vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2010 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2554 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
