1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 405 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
