1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 206 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
