1997 Peugeot 806 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 806 | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 806 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
