2012 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens. 2011 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Meriva | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Meriva | Carens |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
