2012 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Proton Savvy

To start off, both 2012 Opel Meriva and 2012 Proton Savvy were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy.

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 (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Opel Meriva 2012 Proton Savvy
Make Opel Proton
Model Meriva Savvy
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 74 HP
Torque 175 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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