2011 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Meriva | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
