1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 74 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |