2012 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2012 Opel Meriva and 2012 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Meriva | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Meriva | Zafira |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |